From the Magic Mile in NH to the Monster Mile in Deleware, the drivers were all business. In the end, Jeff Burton crept up 4 places to be in the lead, while the other Jeff (Gordon) moved up 2 spots for 2nd (just 6 points behind!). Will a Jeff win the series? Will Gordon get another Championship? Will that make his 4th or 5th? Even if you don't like him, you gotta have respect. Kenseth stayed in 3rd place only 18 points out from 1st while Denny Hamlin dropped 2 spots for the same 18 points behind. I think Kenseth takes the lead over Hamlin due to wins. Mark Martin and Dale Jr. keep their places. Jimmie JOhnson and Kasey Kahne switch places, and Kyle Busch trails behind in 10th.
1. +4 Jeff Burton Leader
2. +2 Jeff Gordon -6
3. -- Matt Kenseth -18
4. -2 Denny Hamlin -18
5. -4 Kevin Harvick -54
6. -- Mark Martin -75
7. -- Dale Earnhardt Jr. -102
8. +1 Jimmie Johnson -136
9. -1 Kasey Kahne -182
10. -- Kyle Busch -224
There is lots of talk about what Mark Martin will do next year. He says he is going to compete a part-time schedule. He also says he would like to come back in 2008 to compete a full schedule. I have watched Mark Martin ever since I can remember. Whatever he decides to do, I'll enjoy watching him contend to the end.
I haven't forgotten! I am a Jr. Fan all the way! With 8 races left in the Chase, it can still be anyone's victory. Go #8!
